POTASSIUM CARBONATE (ANHYDROUS) | ICSC: 1588 (April 2005) |
Carbonic acid, dipotassium salt Dipotassium carbonate |
CAS #: 584-08-7 |
EC Number: 209-529-3 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Not combustible. | In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Sore throat. Cough. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. |
Skin | Redness. Pain. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety goggles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Burning sensation in the throat and chest. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Dry. Separated from strong acids. | |
PACKAGING | |
POTASSIUM CARBONATE (ANHYDROUS) | ICSC: 1588 |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: K2CO3 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations